A Deeper Anthology: The Heart, The Soul, The Being (Volume 1)
0$4.99 – $9.99I currently reside in Texas where I have established my home and lead a solitary life. I am a 28-year survivor of HIV which I contracted through a blood transfusion while serving in the military in 1983, following an oral surgery procedure. In my retirement, I have dedicated my time to fishing, engaging in home improvement projects, and pursuing my long-standing passion for writing songs and poems which I have honed over a period of 35 years.
As an individual imbued with a strong sense of spirit, I believe that all of us possess an innate potential for compassion, albeit to varying degrees. Through my poetry, I seek to convey this inherent quality to those who may not be fully aware of it, but who need gentle reminders that they too are capable of empathy. I trust that my literary works will bring peace of mind and awareness to individuals navigating the stresses of our fast-paced, ephemeral existence, and provide solace by imbuing hope for a better tomorrow, informed by my personal experiences. Ultimately, my objective is to leave behind a brief legacy that inspires others to connect with their humanity and the compassion that resides within them.
Out of the Eater Came Forth Meat!
0$3.99 – $15.99It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honor of kings is to search out a matter. – Proverbs 25:2
The Bible is clear: Our Father has hidden many precious jewels beneath the surface of the page concealing them from a casual read through the Bible and the natural eye. This amazing book will take you on a spiritual journey of the Israelites starting with their departure of Egypt and following them through the wilderness into the promise land ending with Samson, the thirteenth judge. This book will uncover hidden knowledge revealed through foreshadows, prophetic writing, types, numbers, colors, symbolic, and allegories. The main subject of this book is Samson, a symbolic Jesus Christ. Through the life of Samson, a prophetic picture of the life of Jesus will be illuminated including his battle with the devil and also his death and burial. If you are seeking a deeper knowledge and understanding of the Bible, then this book is the answer to your prayers.
A Life, Well… Lived!
0$4.99 – $12.99Someone once said, “Too soon old, too late smart,” but what if you had the chance to live your entire life with the wisdom of age? Dana Gordon, through a series of unforeseen events, is going to get just that opportunity. Her life will be changed forever before she even lives it.
WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WERE MADE A GOD FOR A DAY?…Understanding The Essence and Mystery of Love
0$4.99 – $19.99WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WERE MADE A GOD FOR A DAY, is a book that depicts the essence and power of God’s love by blending fictional characters into Biblical truth. It points out what the fundamental role of the church in modem society should be. In other words, instead of condemning others by being judgmental in our self-righteousness, we can just demonstrate the love of God from our hearts, and do the most good to our fellow human beings.
This book unequivocally reveals the common errors in today’s church and how “the body of Christ” (the Church) has traded its basic responsibility for materialism, money, and fame; thus, leaving the members languishing in the sea of doubt, bemusement, manipulation, lies, insecurity, and deception. As a result, the faithful are gradually turning away from the truth to find solace outside of the church, seeking answers in man’s philosophies and other religions.
WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU WERE MADE A GOD FOR A DAY, brings us back to the basics and teaches the true meaning of the Christian faith as it relates to the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ (Yehoshua), especially as it is written in Matthew 25: 31-46 respectively.
Witness
0$8.99In 2013, I wrote and published a book titled “You Have Got to Be Kidding.” in which I cataloged numerous life events that I believed to be the results of an amazing series of “good luck”. Some of these events were actually life-threatening, which I obviously survived. Example: Two of the best things that occurred in my life happened on the same day in 1961. I did not know it at the time but on that day, I joined the Marine Corps and met my future wife. That was the beginning of a seemingly endless series of events that I attributed to luck, fortune, or fate. I finally realized in 2022 that these events were in reality, instances of Divine Intercession or Intervention. I list the events chronologically and then ask the reader to decide if it was good luck or Godly Influence. I finally began to understand Christianity and am, as I say, A. Believer.
Life’s Journey: Volume 1
0$3.99 – $20.99Jon F. Gleman, through his book Life’s Journey (VOLUME 1), is dedicating his journey to generating awareness on just how fortunate we are to be part of life here on our planet Mother Earth, and the responsibilities we have to protect and preserve our home.
No matter where you live on this planet there is one thing that we all need to agree on. It may be the most important decision mankind ever makes. Time is running out, and we won’t get a second chance. Our planet, Mother Earth, is talking to us. At this point, she is imploring us to set things right, to stop defiling and polluting our home – the very planet we live on, along with all our earth-born companions. It has to stop, or life as we know it will change for the worse. It already is.
STEP BY STEP DISCIPLESHIP
0$17.99A disciple is a follower of Jesus Christ through reflecting on his teaching and service to humanity. The book suggests ways a disciple can emulate Jesus through building trust, love, forgiveness, generosity, and suffering.
Above All
0$9.99Above All is an extensive exploration and expansion of the themes found in Psalm 22. This psalm delves into the deep connection Christ had with God at his birth, the apparent betrayal he experienced during his earthly mission, and the glorious outcomes that arise from his suffering. The author skillfully combines references from both the Old Testament and New Testament along with their creative imagination to craft a narrative about God’s loving purpose for humanity, the plan for redemption from the fall, and, above all, the fulfillment of that redemption.
Above All also offers insights into the reasons behind the wicked and terrible events that occur daily in the world and provides an explanation for why God does not always intervene. The story commences by imagining the thoughts of Jesus while he is on the cross at Calvary, and it places the reader in the role of a spectator, allowing them to witness what Jesus perceives, experiences, and does, starting from his time in the Garden of Gethsemane to the following three days after his crucifixion.
The Sound of Animals
1$3.99 – $14.99This story was inspired by spending quality time with my grandchildren. It was written in a way to explore the sounds that animals make through the eyes of a little boy. I feel it is important that children understand that people and animals are very complex. In fact, they are so complex that it is impossible that they could have been created only by chance. Only God the Creator could have thought of every intricate detail that makes us who we are. This story is a good way to open the discussion with your child about how God created everything differently. Now every creature is unique in its own special way. I hope you have fun reading this with your children.
My Paper Children
0$5.99 – $17.99A book of photos and poems by Michele Heeney spanning 45 years, from the mountains of Western Pennsylvania to the sixties in San Francisco and beyond. It includes photos and poems from West Africa, Mexico, Hawaii, the Central Coast of California and New Mexico.
Let Go of the Load
0$3.99 – $15.99Maybe it’s you or someone you may know that needs freedom from carrying heavy loads.
Sometimes when you hear about someone else’s troubles you tend to feel a little better.
Free yourself. Uplift your spirit. Troubles may come, but they don’t last always. It’s like having Joy and Pain, Sunshine and Rain.
Discovering My Royal Heritage While Surviving in Black Skin
0$3.99 – $22.99Surviving in Black Skin is an illuminating virtual journey within the black skin of the author whose life was abruptly uprooted from his southern home in Mobile, Alabama, and transplanted onto the western coast of Los Angeles, California. The reader learns that his family’s abrupt transplantation was part of a much larger southern exodus of people in black skins in reaction to the tortuous lynching of a 14-year-old kid named Emmitt Till. It’s quite a paradox that the continued lynching’s (6500 between 1865 and 1950), like the late George Floyd, didn’t limit the murders to the South.
The consequence of the covert and overt racism Webster experienced while living through the paradox of racial integration in high school, college, the Navy, as well as his workplace, provides the reader with Webster’s vision of the institutionalized xenophobia which exploded into the Watts Rebellion of 1965. Webster introduces the reader to the launching of: Black Student Unions, the Black Panthers, the Congress of Racial Equality, and some of their leaders such as Malcolm X, Huey Newton, Stokely Carmichael, Angela Davis and the non-violent crusade of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. The author culminates these encounters by taking the reader out of the United States of America, to Africa’s Egypt only to discover his great ancestry; Pharaohs in Black Skins who were the original authors of the first written language, literally the very African birth of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
The reality that an advanced civilization of people in black skins, were the authors of the civilization of Ancient Egypt has not only been dismissed, but vehemently condemned by conventional Egyptologists, archaeologists, and even the present Arabian Egyptian government.
The reader will take away from this book a better sense of “WHAT HAPPENED?” How the ancestorial history of people in black skins was literally transformed into the Greek, Jewish, and Islamic history, while “Black History” is relegated to “Slave History.” Why are the names of the great Pharaohs not mentioned in the bible. The names of nearly every prince and priest are spelled out; first, second and third cousins; first and second wives; beggars and even prostitutes are named, but the names of the most important and powerful men and women in the world at the time are not mentioned. The king lists of pharaohs who ruled the most powerful and civilized country in the world for over three-thousand years aren’t named. The leaders that provided the very blueprint for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are never named, but simply referred to as pharaoh. Could it simply be because they were in Black Skins?
The reader will eventually discover that we are all just one human race with one common heritage.
AFRICA
A Different Kind of Hero
0$3.99 – $11.99“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13, NKJV
Armed with unshakeable faith and a powerful conviction, Indiana Jamison Thompson embarks on a remarkable journey that transcends the boundaries of his once-promising NFL career. Through the twists and turns of life, he discovers a new path as he embraces family, embraces the Naval Academy, and follows the courageous footsteps of his father into the noble ranks of the U.S. Marines. With every step, Indy’s unwavering dedication to his beliefs fuels his relentless pursuit of greatness, forging unbreakable bonds with his brothers-in-arms. But when destiny lands him in a distant and treacherous land, an encounter with a young girl sets in motion a chain of harrowing events that not only endanger Indy and his fellow marines but also threaten the very existence of an entire village. In the face of unimaginable dangers, Indy’s unyielding spirit and his unshakable trust in a higher power will be tested like never before. Will his unwavering commitment to his beliefs be enough to overcome the perils that lie ahead and safeguard the lives of those he holds dear? Discover the extraordinary journey of faith, courage, and sacrifice that awaits in this gripping tale of hope, redemption, and the power to overcome any obstacle. Prepare to be captivated as Indy’s story unfolds, leaving you inspired, breathless, and believing that truly, with the strength bestowed upon him, he can conquer all challenges in the name of love, honor, and faith.
Cómo Procrear Una Familia Sana
1$3.99 – $9.99Cómo procrear una familia sana es una obra de literatura basada en una experiencia de familia por casi 30 años. En ella encontrará el lector la fórmula de como tener una familia hermosa. Este libro está en una forma fácil de leer, y en un lenguaje fácil de entender. En el mismo se enseña cómo vencer los obstáculos que hay en la vida para poder procrear la familia deseada.
Jamal and the Large Mirror: Volume 2
0$3.99 – $13.99Jamal was a fifth grader living in Brooklyn, New York, with his mother and older brother. The two boys’ father was killed in a helicopter accident during his military service in Iraq. Before he left, though. Jamal’s dad gave his youngest son some life lessons, including “If it’s to be, it’s up to me,” about taking responsibility for one’s personal choices and actions. Using a large mirror in their home, Jamal’s father also told his son that there was a large community behind them that they couldn’t see but was giving the mirror gazer strength and support. The community that Jamal ultimately envisioned included his father as well as the late Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., former President Barack Obama, Vice President Kamala Harris, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and others. The goal of the mirror lesson was to enforce in Jamal the assurance that he was not alone, even when his father could not be with him physically.
This wonderful book is enhanced by illustrations by Brian Rivera. The story acknowledges the realities of a father’s leaving to go to war and the impact his death has on his family. The author also illustrates that an important component in the process of resolution, as well as in healing to process grief, is to acknowledge the feelings that everyone experiences. The mirror serves as an excellent tool to help the protagonist cope, not only when his father leaves but throughout his life. While the book would benefit from some additional editing, the vital life lessons, as well as the compassion and integrity of Jamal’s father, are reflected throughout this inspirational tale. Seals’ poignant yet encouraging story is well worth reading.
Hard Love
0$3.99 – $10.99“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Philippians 4:13, NKJV
In a tale woven with love, faith, and resilience, Papa’s world is forever altered when Travis, a charismatic yet mysterious man, enters their lives. The birth of his daughter, Morgan, had brought immense joy and hope, with dreams of a promising future. However, Travis brings a storm of change, unraveling their once peaceful existence. With dangerous secrets lurking beneath his charm, Travis disrupts the lives of both Morgan and Papa, leading them down a path of despair and tragedy. Yet, amidst the darkness, a ray of light emerges in the form of Destiny, their grandchild. As Destiny becomes their beacon of hope, Papa and his wife embrace the newfound purpose of raising her, gradually restoring joy to their lives. But just as they begin to heal, Travis reappears, unleashing a whirlwind of drama and chaos that tests not only Papa’s faith but also the faith of Destiny herself. Brace yourself for a captivating journey of triumph over adversity as Papa’s unyielding faith and the strength of family unite to overcome the challenges that threaten to shatter their lives once more.
Stories From The Boxcar: A Spiritual Journey
0$4.99 – $54.99Frank Varro, author of ‘Stories from the Boxcar,’ is a retired Methodist pastor, prison and hospice chaplain, missionary, teacher, counselor, and musician. He is from a three-generation family of China missionaries. This ‘Quilogy’ (five-books-in-one) is the story of his paternal Hungarian-immigrant heritage, and his maternal-missionary heritage. It relates to his father’s boyhood home-a boxcar on a siding in Regina, Saskatchewan-from which came his father’s many stories and life’s lessons, which is the theme of Dr. Varro’s book, pictures of his own life, struggles, victories, and detours along the way. The journey takes us through his international childhood in Alaska, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and five states of the U.S. He graduated from Morrison Academy, a Taiwan missionary boarding school; he also graduated from Seattle Pacific University, where he met and married Margo Moore, his accompanist-now his wife of fifty-six years. The story goes on with their own radio and TV missionary work, and teachers at Taipei American School in Taiwan; it continues with the birth of their daughter in Taiwan, and an around-the-world trip through Asia and Europe; then back to Seattle at the University of Washington-earning a Masters of Music, and Doctor of Music Arts in Choral Conducting degrees. He taught elementary, middle school, high school, and college music in Taiwan, Seattle, Oregon, Ohio, and Texas. After fifteen years as teacher and college music professor, Dr. Varro held music positions in churches, and founded two community music ensembles. Following times of spiritual struggle and renewal, he graduated from Houston Graduate School of Theology with Masters of Divinity, Masters of Arts in Counseling, and Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling degrees. He trained and was Staff Counselor at Samaritan Counseling Center in Houston. He founded Varro Counseling, spending the next twenty-two years in pastoral counseling, free-lance music, prison, and retreat ministries, as an ordained minister, in first the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, then the United Methodist Church, and finally the Global Methodist Church.
The last two books outline his spiritual struggle and renewal before ordination. He and Margo are parents of Shelley, born in Taiwan; Steve, born in Oregon; and Rob, born in Ohio; they have five grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. He and Margo have lived in Houston, Texas, for thirty-nine years.
Memories Are A Reflection of Our Past
0$3.99 – $14.99In today’s world, it’s hard to find a book that will bring pleasure to the heart and soul.
This being my second edition book, “Memories are a Reflection of our Past.” I, thought of how, everyone likes to replay memories from their past, that were heart warming or just plain funny, they made you laugh or brought on a giggle!
As you read my Inspirational Stories from my Book, take to heart that the book will bring messages that are positive and healthy for you to read. God gave us gifts to share with the world around us, to uplift, encourage, bring on curiosity, and to conform our lives to the principles and teachings of Jesus and let his teachings guide us and live through us in our daily lives. My novel is highly recommended and creatively written to bring joy and happiness to your reading adventure!
